This recipe is fantastic! Every time I take it somewhere, people ask me for the recipe. For the cheese sprinkle, you can use 1/2 of an envelope of dry cheese mix from a macaroni and cheese boxed mix, if you'd like!

This has been a big hit for many years as an appetizer, or just for a snack. It is always nice to have when friends drop by, and it freezes very well. If you enjoy nuts, roll the cheese ball in about a half cup of chopped pecans. Serve with crackers. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

This tasty cheese ball is ideal as either an appetizer or delightful afternoon snack. Serve with a variety of crackers, bread, and fruit. Optionally, you may roll the cheese ball in shredded chipped beef if you want a little variety.